My Gym Mommy Treats Me Like A Kid- [portable]

If I fail a rep, she’s not just a spotter; she’s a life coach. I get the "I'm so proud of you for trying" speech, followed immediately by a "now do it again, but better." The Public Shaming (With Love):

“Okay. We’re going light today. But we’re still working.” My Gym Mommy Treats Me Like A Kid-

Your Gym Mommy nags because she is bored with her own workout. Give her a task. “Mom, I really need you to focus on your own PR today. If you hit that deadlift goal, I’ll buy you brunch.” Redirect her maternal focus back onto herself. It works 60% of the time, every time. If I fail a rep, she’s not just

It is entirely acceptable to say, "Hey, I really want to test my limits on this set. Please don't step in to spot me or touch the bar unless I completely stall out or ask for help." Diversify Your Training Circle But we’re still working

She tells you not to do cardio today because you did legs yesterday, or insists you can’t handle a certain weight, despite you feeling confident in your abilities.

I was taken aback. "Uh, thanks, mom. But I'm good. I had lunch already." I tried to brush it off.